For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 888 students in International Falls, MN (there are , serving 68 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in International Falls, MN are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in International Falls, MN are Falls Elementary School and Falls Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
International Falls, MN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Minnesota public school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in International Falls have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in International Falls, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Falls Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1414 15th Ave
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Falls Secondary
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1515 11th St
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Gr: 6-12 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
International Falls, Minnesota Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Backus Targeted Services (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2232 2nd Ave. E.
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
Borderland Alternative Program (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1515 11th Street
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2571
Borderland Targeted Services (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
2232 2nd Avenue E
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-6040
1919 Main Ave.
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2219
International Falls, MN 56649
(218) 283-2219
Gr: K-2 | 263 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in International Falls, MN?
The top-ranked public schools in International Falls, MN include Falls Elementary School and Falls Secondary.
How many public schools are located in International Falls?
2 public schools are located in International Falls.
What percentage of students in International Falls go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in International Falls are educated in public schools (compared to the MN state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in International Falls?
International Falls public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Minnesota public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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